Research Fellow (Uganda) at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) – Salary up to £51,872

Overview

The London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine invites applications for a Research Fellow position based in Uganda within the Department of Population Health. The successful candidate will work with the Child Protection Research Group to contribute to epidemiological research evaluating the impact of the Good School Toolkit Agile at scale. This fixed-term role is funded by the Oak Foundation and runs until 31 August 2029.

Who can apply

This opportunity is suitable for researchers holding a postgraduate degree, ideally a doctoral degree, in public health, epidemiology, psychology, quantitative research, science, or a related discipline. Candidates should bring relevant experience and skills, including background in quantitative survey data collection, design, or analysis.

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate strong analytical skills, the ability to interpret research findings, and experience in evidence synthesis. Additional required qualifications include basic quantitative or qualitative analysis skills, strong organizational abilities to manage research-related tasks effectively, and the capacity to collaborate with project partners.

Candidates are required to submit an updated curriculum vitae alongside a tailored supporting statement. The statement must individually address every selection criterion with specific examples, as applications that simply refer the selection panel to an attached CV or lack the required supporting information will not be considered.

What you get

The position provides a full-time salary ranging from £45,728 to £51,872 per annum, pro rata, inclusive of London Weighting, under Grade 6 of the employer's salary scale. Additional benefits include 30 working days of annual leave per year on a pro rata basis, discretionary wellbeing days, and eligibility for pension scheme membership.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official employer jobs website by locating reference number EPH-DPH-2026-08. Candidates should ensure they review the full job description and selection criteria prior to submission.

Key dates

The application deadline is 20 October 2026 at 10:00 p.m.